Presidents Week Activities for Kids

Presidents Week is here, which means a whole week off from school for the kids!

Good news: For parents who have to work, there are plenty of daytime camp activities to sign your kids up for. And for parents who are looking for some fun as well, there's plenty of happenings the whole family can enjoy! See below:

Drop-off Art Classes 2/20 — 2/23

Key to My Art – Amityville

Just 2 miles from our Massapequa Park office, you’ll find Key to My Art — the perfect creative outlet for your kids! They’ll be offering 7 drop-off paint events for kids ages 5 and up for $25, costs include all supplies and instruction. With the Trolls and Pikachu Paint Event already sold out, book your reservations for the Star Wars, Lego Batman, Sleepy Fair, or Shopkins Paint Event now! Classes are at 11am or 1:30pm.

Glowgolf (daily)

Roosevelt Field Mall — Garden City

Now open in the Roosevelt Field Mall (Concourse Level near LensCrafters and the Kids Play Area), be sure to check out Glowgolf! This glow-in-the-dark mini-golf course features 27 unique holes using fluorescent golf balls and putters, with obstacles along the way. Perfect for the whole family!

Winter Break Camp at the Farm 2/20 — 2/24

Suffolk County Farm and Education Center — Yaphank

This educational day camp is specially designed for a mixed K-6 audience. Each day, kids will utilize all the farm has to offer as well as choose a unique custom learning experience: from Pokécamp to Cozy Crafts. The cost is $225 for the full week (Monday - Friday, 9am to 3pm) or $50 per day. Call to register: 631.852.4600.

Shrek: The Musical, Jr. 2/20 — 2/24

Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts — Smithtown

Don’t miss everyone's favorite ogre in this hilarious stage spectacle! During Presidents Week, shows will run daily at 1pm. Tickets are $15 per person!

Winter Fun-Cation Camp 2/20 — 2/24

Long Island Aquarium — Riverhead

Working all week long? Drop off the kids for a few days of fun at the Long Island Aquarium. From 9am — 5pm daily, kids ages 6 through 14 will explore the Aquarium, visit the Arcade, watch a move, make crafts and more! Feel free to sign up for the full week ($199) or just a few days ($50/day), reservations are required: call 631.208.9200, ext. 426.

Penguins & Pajamas 2/23 — 2/24

Long Island Aquarium — Riverhead

A sleepover with penguins? Can it get any better?! How about sleeping in front of a 120,000-gallon shark tank, a Best Buddies tank or even under the watchful eye of a giant Pacific octopus? Bring the kids (and yourselves) to the Penguins & Pajamas Sleepover Thursday, February 23. Continental breakfast is included in the morning! Reservations are required, $64.95 per person (Members: $58.45) and children 2 and under are FREE. Call 631.208.9200, ext. 426.

If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s dental health this winter recess, give any of our three locations a call. We specialize in caring for children’s teeth in a comfortable and welcoming environment.

President's Week Kid Friendly Activities

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It’s President’s Week and your kids are off from school. You’ve made it this far - but if you’re slowing down on ideas to keep them occupied until Monday, there are still a few workshops and events to cure boredom (including one in celebration of National Children's Dental Health Month!):

Penguins and Pajamas Sleepover
Long Island Aquarium - 431 East Main Street, Riverhead
February 18th 6pm - 7am
Members: $58.45  /  Non-Members: $64.95 [Kids 2 and under FREE]
Spend the night with penguins – an experience you’ll never forget! In this activity-filled overnight adventure, enjoy a penguin presentation and take part in hands-on crafts. After dinner, settle down for movie time - Happy Feet of course! Visit the website for more details and reservations.

Winter Recess Workshops
Science Museum of Long Island - 1526 N. Plandome Road, Plandome
February 18th - Attracted to Science 10am - 3pm
February 19th - Junior Engineers 10am - 3pm
Members:  $65 Per Child  /  Non-Members:  $75 per Child
For more than 50 years, the Science Museum of Long Island, located on the grounds of the 36-acre Leeds Pond Preserve in Plandome Manor has been making science education fun and exciting for children of all ages. For the remainder of the week, send your little scientists off to participate in their winter recess workshop program featuring a different science themed topic each day. Pack a lunch each day for your children and do dress them for the weather, as some activities are held outdoors. Slots fill up quickly, so register online today at www.smli.org or call 516-627-9500, extension 11 to register by telephone.

Boat and Tooth Workshops
The Whaling Museum & Education Center - 301 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor
February 18th & 19th - Build-a-Boat Workshop 2pm - 4pm
Members: $5 Hull, free admission  /  Non-Members: $8 Hull, Museum Admission Additional

Stop by anytime between 2pm and 4pm to design your own vessel out of wood! The museum will provide all materials you’ll need to build your dream boat.
February 21st - Toothpalooza 12pm-3pm
In celebration of National Children’s Dental Health Month, come explore the amazing world of teeth! Touch some whale teeth, hunt for shark teeth, see a whale tooth cavity, meet the Tooth Fairy, learn facts about teeth at the craft stations, and create a keepsake box for baby teeth before leaving! Get your face painted too! (Visit website for more details)

If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s dental health, give any of our three locations a call. We specialize in caring for children’s teeth in a comfortable and caring environment. Call (516) 798-1111 or visit our website to schedule an appointment.